Captain America #254 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Captain AmericaWhat Captain America #254 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Captain America #254 (1981) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $33. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Captain America #254, grab the Newsstand version for $7. The Jewelers ($25) and Direct ($11) versions offer better presentation or distribution context, while Standard is the baseline. Save your money with Newsstand unless you specifically want the premium packaging or scarcity associated with the higher-priced Jewelers or Direct editions.
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Captain America #254 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Captain America #254 (1981) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $33.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $33 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Captain America #254?
- The ungraded version of Captain America #254 is listed for $11.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Captain America #254 sells for $45.
- Is there a mid-range option available for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy is available for $28.